Company description

Acquolina specializes in upscale cocktail parties, seated and buffet dinners, weddings, galas and charity events. With fundamentals in traditional Italian cooking, we customize every menu for each occasion and promises the finest in Italian hospitality.

Job description

The Sous Chef is responsible for providing excellent quality food service in a timely manner and manage all activities in the kitchen, including food preparation and production. The ideal candidate will have a vast knowledge of Italian Cuisine, a strong culinary background, and the ability to lead by example.

Expectations:

-Responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all meat, fish, sauces, stocks, and all other food items.

-Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standards

-Perform quality work within deadlines with and without direct supervision.

-Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.

-Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.

-Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality.

-Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.

-Trains new employees and leads by example.

- Understand, complies, and utilizes approved food safety production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures, and standard portion control

-Arrives to work on time with a clean uniform, positive attitude, professional manner, and excellent hygiene.

Candidates MUST have at least 5 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen. Previous catering experience preferred.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, varies DOE, $58,500.00 - $70,000.00

Application instructions

Deadline

February 19, 2022